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Career Opportunities With a Major in Aviation and Aerospace Management and Science

Bernie graduated from Penn State University and headed straight to the US Navy flight school. After almost 20 years of piloting jets, Bernie joined FedEx and has since been flying shipments around the world!

Many jobs require a college educated individual. College graduates can use their education in a wide variety of occupations.

There were about 76,000 pilots, copilots, and flight engineers outside of the military in 2008 earning an average wage of $119,750. Applicants need at least 1,500 hours of flying time to be seriously considered by a major airline. Small regional airlines continually hire pilots with less than 1,000 hours of Pilot in Command time. There are also many fixed-base operators in need of aviation professionals who understand the industry.

Skills Related To Aviation and Aerospace Management and Science

Strong interpersonal and communications skills to deal with the public and the aviation industry family

Ability to read and write articulately and analytically

Clear understanding of relevant technical skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Potential Careers Related To Aviation and Aerospace Management and Science

The following list is a representative sample of job titles for individuals with an Aviation Management / Technology major. The list represents some, but certainly not all, careers which Aviation Management / Technology majors may consider.